The spelling paper for the spelling, punctuation and grammar tests – known as SPAG – was accidentally published online by the Standards and Testing Agency. The spelling test is included in one of three tests that children take.
The error was discovered by a school taking part in a trial of the new national spelling test, which will be taken in May for the first time by six and seven-year-olds at the end of Year Two. The paper had been published online as one of the practice papers that can be used by teachers and children several months ago.
Teacher Charlotte Smiles, who spotted the mistake, told the BBC, ‘One of the children who was sitting the spelling test that we were giving them kept saying “I know this one, and this one”. He appeared to know what was coming next.
Register now to continue reading
Thank you for visiting Nursery World and making use of our archive of more than 35,000 expert features, subject guides, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:
What's included
-
Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month
-
Unlimited access to news and opinion
-
Email newsletter providing activity ideas, best practice and breaking news
Already have an account? Sign in here
